MEIKLEJOHN
Meiklejohn
Meiklejohn is a Scottish and northern English surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Middle English words "meikle," meaning 'great' or 'large,' and "john," a given name which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
The Meiklejohn family is believed to have originated in Scotland, particularly in the region of Lanarkshire. Over time, individuals bearing this surname migrated to northern England, where the name can also be found.
Notable individuals with the surname Meiklejohn include Scottish doctor and writer John Meiklejohn (1830-1902), who notably wrote about the history of medicine and contributed to medical journals.
Variants of the surname Meiklejohn include Meiklejohn, Micklejohn, and Mikiljohn.
In contemporary times, the surname Meiklejohn remains relatively uncommon, but continues to be passed down through generations, retaining a link to its historical origins in Scotland and northern England.
There are approximately 727 people named Meiklejohn in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,425th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Meiklejohn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Barry
- David
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Peter
- Robert
- Rodger
- Steven
- Vaughan
Female
- Agnes
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Jean
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sharon
- Susan
- Tracy
- Wendy
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